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Black Forest Brownies

Elevate your brownie game with these luscious Black Forest Brownies that combine the richness of dark chocolate, the sweetness of cherries, and the creamy texture of whipped cream. A delightful treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Serving Size 12

Ingredients

Brownie Base

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 5 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Topping

  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 20 cherries, pitted & sliced
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted

Instructions

Brownie Base

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a square baking pan.
  • Melt the butter and dark chocolate together. Let it cool slightly.
  • Whisk in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Let it cool completely.

Topping

  • In a large bowl, beat the whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread over the cooled brownies.
  • Top with sliced cherries. Drizzle melted chocolate over the cherries.
  • Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For an extra indulgent version, add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the whipped cream.